NOTE: This observation is a continuation of a previous post. The earlier article can be found here: Red-tailed Hawk – Baylor Nest Update 11

Mom and dad were high in the sky when we arrived today. They obviously had been disturbed from the nest and were eager to get back. A couple of quick pictures of the young eyas revealed a bird rapidly approaching fledging age. Staying only briefly, we watch from afar as both parents returned to the nest.

NOTE: This observation is continued here: Red-tailed Hawk – Baylor Nest Update 13

Red-tailed Hawk - Baylor Nest Update 12
Red-tailed Hawk - Baylor Nest Update 12
Red-tailed Hawk - Baylor Nest Update 12
The paler and slightly smaller hawk on the left is the male.  Mom is on the right.
The paler and slightly smaller hawk on the left is the male. Mom is on the right.

Observation Details

CountyDenton
CityCarrollton
DateMay 11, 2013
Time of DayAfternoon
TemperatureWarm (70-89°F/21-32°C)
WeatherClear
HabitatAgricultural-Farm
Type of BehaviorCare of Young
GenderMixed
MaturityMixed
ObserverChris Jackson

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